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Fans Loved Toledo 310-Pound Lineman's Thunderous Pick-Six in GameAbove Sports Bowl

This is what bowl season is all about.

Fans Loved Toledo 310-Pound Lineman's Thunderous Pick-Six in GameAbove Sports Bowl

This is what bowl season is all about.

DeSean Jackson during the Raiders' 23–20 win over the Colts on Jan. 2, 2022.

Ex-NFL Star DeSean Jackson to Take Head Coaching Job at HBCU Delaware State

The longtime wide receiver is reportedly heading back to campus.

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick watches from the sideline.

Bill Belichick Breaks Down Bill Parcells’s Strict Rules for Playing in the Rain

Bill Parcells was serious about preparation when it came to playing in the rain.

Deion Sanders before No. 23 Colorado's 52–0 win over Oklahoma State on Nov. 29, 2024.

Deion Sanders Gave Colorado Players Strict Warning About Smoking Before Alamo Bowl

The Buffaloes coach relayed instructions as only he can.

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Sanders jogs on field during a Buffaloes game

Former Deion Sanders Teammate Reveals Why He Can Coach in College Until '70 or 80'

Deion Sanders and Travis Hunter at Heisman Trophy ceremony.

Deion Sanders Sent Uplifting Message to Travis Hunter Amid Criticism Toward Fiancée

Travis Hunter with the Heisman Trophy on Dec. 14, 2024.

Colorado's Travis Hunter Surprises Younger Brother Trayvis With Stake in Adidas Deal

Tuesday marks the 21st Hawaii Bowl.

Hawaii Bowl Game Day Guide: How to Watch and Stream South Florida vs. San Jose State

California Golden Bears quarterback Fernando Mendoza celebrates with fans after the game against Auburn.

Indiana Lands One of Top QBs in Transfer Portal Days After Loss to Notre Dame

Joel Klatt loves Lane Kiffin, but didn't like the coach's complaints about the College Football Playoff.

Joel Klatt Doubles Down on Ripping Lane Kiffin for 'Whining' About CFP

Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve had a good laugh over this.

Scott Van Pelt, Stanford Steve Couldn’t Stop Laughing Over Coach's Postgame Comment

Hammock led Northern Illinois to an 8-5 record in 2024.

Northern Illinois Coach Drops Accidentally Hilarious Description of Potato Bowl Dousing

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck during the SEC Championship vs. Texas

Georgia QB Carson Beck Undergoes UCL Surgery, Officially Out for Rest of Season

San Jose State Spartans wide receiver Nick Nash makes a catch over Boise State Broncos cornerback A'Marion McCoy during a game earlier this season.

Forde-Yard Dash: Everything You Need to Know for Bowl Season

Fresno State lost the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl 28-20 to Northern Illinois.

ESPN Continued to Make Unfortunate Typo of Fresno State's Nickname During Potato Bowl

Kirk Herbstreit sits at the "College GameDay" desk.

Kirk Herbstreit Further Clarifies Criticism of Indiana, CFP First-Round Blowouts

Former Auburn quarterback and NFL MVP Cam Newton runs a drill.

Video of Tim Tebow and Cam Newton Pairing Up As Pickleball Partners Is Too Good

UTSA players celebrated an interception by going to the beach.

UTSA Players Penalized for Playing in the Sand at Myrtle Beach Bowl

The Oregon Duck celebrates after the Big Ten championship game. The Ducks await Ohio State in the Rose Bowl quarterfinal.

Reseeding the College Football Playoff After the First Round

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Tennessee defensive back Will Brooks pulled off an impressive interception against Ohio State.

Another Football Game, Another Mess Involving a Rules Analyst

Ohio State safety Caleb Downs celebrates with a rose after the first-round College Football Playoff win because the Buckeyes will face the Oregon Ducks in the Rose Bowl.

After First-Round Blowouts, College Football Playoff Primed for Intrigue

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith catches a touchdown pass against Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy.

Ohio State Stomps Tennessee in CFP, Reclaims National Title Contender Status

Texas running back Jaydon Blue runs with the ball against Clemson in the first round of the College Football Playoff.

Texas Sends Message With Dominant Ground Game in CFP Win Over Clemson

SMU head coach Rhett Lashlee speaks to the media during ACC Kickoff. The Mustangs join the ACC this academic year.

Persistence and Money: How SMU Returned to a Power Conference 40 Years Later

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman celebrates after winning the College Football Playoff first-round game over Indiana.

Marcus Freeman Is Man of the Moment As Notre Dame Wins First CFP Game

Clemson Reaching Transfer Portal Crossroads Ahead of College Football Playoff Return

Penn State is one of four teams in the College Football Playoff that is playing during Finals Week on campus.

How College Football Playoff Teams Are Balancing Academics With Sport

Lanning has guided the Ducks to a 35–5 record in his three years as Oregon's head coach.

Why Coaching Matters More in 12-Team College Football Playoff Era

Oregon linebacker Devon Jackson celebrates after the Ducks won the Big Ten championship.

Ranking College Football Playoff Teams on Who Needs Championship the Most

Notre Dame safety Xavier Watts, left, celebrates getting an interception with his teammates earlier this season.

Notre Dame, Indiana Renew In-State ‘Rivalry’ With College Football Playoff at Stake

Penn State backup quarterback Beau Pribula announced he will enter the portal and forgo the Nittany Lions’ playoff schedule.

Backup Quarterbacks Could Be in the Spotlight for College Football Playoff

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day is surrounded by players before a game this season.

Time to Put Michigan Loss Aside, Ohio State Turns Focus to Setting the Tone in CFP

Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter won the 2024 Heisman Trophy.

Colorado’s Travis Hunter Wins Heisman Trophy. Here’s How Sports Illustrated Voted.

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders, a potential top pick in the 2025 NFL draft, will play in the Alamo Bowl.

Ranking Every College Football Playoff, Bowl Game From Worst to Best

Nov 29, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Jamal Haynes (11) reacts with wide receiver Malik Rutherford (8) after scoring a touchdown quarterback Haynes King (10) reacts with against the Georgia Bulldogs during the first half at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Georgia Tech vs Vanderbilt: Final Score Predictions For The Birmingham Bowl

Oct 5, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Michigan Wolverines defensive lineman Kenneth Grant (78) celebrates a missed field goal by the Washington Huskies, topic during the first quarter at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

REPORT: Michigan made significant NIL offer to Kenneth Grant

Nov 23, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) celebrates the win over UCLA at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

USC Trojans Arrive In Las Vegas To Face Texas A&M: Fremont Street Party, Volunteering

Arizona State head coach Kenny Dillingham.

What Kenny Dillingham said about Arizona State's Peach Bowl matchup vs. Texas

Nov 30, 2024; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers wide receiver Konata Mumpfield (9) runs against Boston College Eagles defensive back Max Tucker (13) during the first half at Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Boston College Football DB Max Tucker Shares Thoughts on Playing at Yankee Stadium

Shemar James is going pro

Florida Gators Linebacker Shemar James Makes Decision on Future

Nick Saban talks on the set of ESPN College GameDay prior to the College Football Playoff first round game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and Tennessee Volunteers in Columbus on Dec. 21, 2024.

What Nick Saban Said About Ohio State's Ryan Day Before Oregon Ducks Matchup

Sep 30, 2023; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers offensive lineman Tomas Rimac (55) on the line of scrimmage in the second quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

Virginia Tech Football: Hokies Land One of The Top Offensive Linemen From the Portal

Sep 21, 2024; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Oregon State Beavers defensive back Skyler Thomas (17) and linebacker Isaiah Chisom (9) stop Purdue Boilermakers running back Reggie Love III (23) on fourth down during the second half at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

UCLA Transfer Commit Chisom Earns Big-Time Honor for 2024 Season